Atty. Theresa Adele McGuire

Atty. Theresa Adele McGuire

Theresa Adele McGuire is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, family law, estate planning. Theresa received a degree from San Jose State University, San Jose CA, and has been licensed for 25 years.

San Jose San Jose 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Theresa Adele McGuire at a glance

Theresa Adele McGuire is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Carter, Dougherty & McGuire. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at San Jose State University, San Jose CA University of California Hastings College, San Francisco CA San Jose State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Theresa Adele McGuire is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, family law, estate planning
  • Theresa received a degree from San Jose State University, San Jose CA, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Theresa practices at Carter, Dougherty & McGuire in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Theresa Adele McGuire's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theresa Adele McGuire handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Jose are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Theresa Adele McGuire

Where is Theresa Adele McGuire's law office located?
Theresa Adele McGuire's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Carter, Dougherty & McGuire. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theresa Adele McGuire handle?
Theresa Adele McGuire focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Theresa Adele McGuire practiced law?
Theresa Adele McGuire has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Theresa Adele McGuire go to law school?
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Education

San Jose State University, San Jose CA University of California Hastings College, San Francisco CA San Jose State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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